City Explorer: Nara Day Trip
Our locals for this tour
Sebastian, Eiji & 2 other locals
Experience details
Destination
Kyoto
Category
Day trips
Duration
8 hours
Mode of transport
Public transport
Available languages
English • Español • Indonesian • 日本語
What's included
Private guide • Entrance tickets Toufokuji & Toudaji Temple • Nara bus pass
Here’s an overview of your tour
Done with Kyoto? There’s more to explore out there, and your local host knows exactly where! Discover what other gems lay outside of Kyoto on a private day trip to Nara. Get more out of your trip by stepping out of Kyoto to know more about the country you’re visiting in just one day!
Get ready because at Nara you’ll see another side of Japan! This day trip is all about local history, culture, and city highlights, plus fascinating stories and insights by your knowledgeable host. Visit highlights and lesser-known spots of Nara such as Toudaji Temple, Nara Deer Park, Toufokuji Temple, and many more incredible places that will offer a cultural contrast between Kyoto and Nara.
By spending a day with a local, you’ll get authentic insights about Japan. Along the way, your local host will explain how traditions, customs, and history differ between cities, even if they are from the same country. But thanks to those differences, they make Japan a beautiful cultural treasure!
The local hosts are natural storytellers, each with a different background ranging from history to art. They can't wait to share some of their unique stories and personal anecdotes with you! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their Japan, your Japan!
Your itinerary
Meeting point
At "JR central" exit ticket gate / Shichijo dori ExitMore about Japan
Give yourself the time to not only visit Kyoto by also visiting Nara. Japan is such a beautiful country that the more you know about it, the more you’ll fall in love with it. That’s why your host can’t wait to take you to NaraGems of Nara
Check out Toudaji Temple, Nara Deer Park, Toufokuji Temple, and more must-sees but with a twist...through the eyes of a local. Get to know some of the less walked paths in Nara with some great hidden gems and alternative stories that only a local knows aboutCultural Contrasts
Cities are like snowflakes; each one of them is unique. And as you visit Nara, you’ll be able to see the differences compared to Kyoto. Discover how much traditions, architecture, and even language can change from one city to another and how they complement each otherLocal Knowledge
To experience the best of Nara, there’s no better way to do so than like a local. Your local host will make this private day trip an enriching experience by sharing knowledge, stories, insights, and answering your questions!
Do you know all our tours are private & personalised?
Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!
Select your local guide
Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.
Sebastian
The Car Guru
Sebastian4.721 reviewsI speakEnglish • EspañolJessica
Personal Travel Assistant
Jessica5.022 reviewsI speakEnglish • Indonesian • 日本語
Good to Know
Tips
- Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
- Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
- Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful
Included
- Private guide
- Entrance tickets Toufokuji & Toudaji Temple
- Nara bus pass
Not included
- Train tickets are not included (JR passes are valid) and need to be paid at the train station.
Cancellation
- Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
- Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.
Reviews
- 5.0
Laughs, bites, and photographs
"The Nara tour was booked for my mother and her friend (60s). Here are the messages I received from them: "We are having a very good time ☺️Eiji is a wonderful tour guide." "We had an amazing tour, ...
- 5.0
Great way to learn about history
"Yoshihiro was so great and made sure to connect with a week ahead to make sure we had information on meeting point and to double check if we had JR Passes yet or not. We are so glad we booked a gui...
- 5.0
Wonderful day in Nara with amazing guide
"We had a great day in Nara with our guide, Sebastian. We met up at the Kyoto train station and from there Sebastian took over. The train ride to Nara was quick (40 minutes) and easy. Once in Nara i...
Why should you book a Withlocals tour?
100% customizable
Let your local host tailor the tour completely to your wishes.
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Questions?
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What is the cancellation policy?
When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.
When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.
When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.
Read moreWhat payment methods are available?
During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.Can I pay in any currency?
Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.Is this tour always private?
All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.
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Yoshihiro, Eiji & 2 other locals
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